CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

FILL IN DATES

AS YOU COMPLETE

REGULAR SERVICE

 

Check Brake Operation

 

Check Tire Pressure

T

Check Operator Presence and

Interlock Systems

R

Check for Loose Fasteners

A

Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades

C

Lubrication Chart

T

0

Check Battery Level

R

Clean Battery and Terminals

 

Check Transaxle Cooling

 

Check V-Belts

 

Check Engine Oil Level

 

Change Engine Oil (with oil filter)

E

Change Engine Oil (without oil filter)

N

Clean Air Filter

G

Clean Air Screen

I

Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester

N

E

Replace Oil Filter (If equipped)

 

Clean Engine Cooling Fins

 

Replace Spark Plug

 

Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge

 

Replace Fuel Filter

 

 

 

 

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SERVICE DATES

 

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1 - Change more often when operating under a heavy load or in high ambient temperatures.

2 - Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions.

3 - Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil. 4 - Not required if equipped with maintenance-free battery. 5 - Tighten front axle pivot bolt to 35 ft.-lbs. maximum.

Do not overtighten.

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

￿LUBRICATION CHART

The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain tractor as instructed in this manual.

Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your tractor.

All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual should be checked at least once each season.

Once a year you should replace the spark plug, clean or replace air filter, and check blades and belts for wear. A new spark plug and clean air filter assure proper air-fuel mixture and help your engine run better and last longer.

BEFORE EACH USE

• Check engine oil level.

Check brake operation.

Check tire pressure.

• Check operator presence and

SPINDLE

￿ZERK

FRONT WHEEL

BEARING ZERK

SAE 30 OR 10W30 MOTOR OIL ￿GENERAL PURPOSE GREASE

SPINDLE ￿ZERK

FRONT WHEEL BEARING￿ZERK

ENGINE

￿GEARSHIFT

PIVOTS

interlock systems for proper operation.

• Check for loose fasteners.

REFER TO CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES “ENGINE” SECTION

IMPORTANT: DO NOT OIL OR GREASE THE PIVOT POINTS WHICH HAVE SPECIAL NYLON BEARINGS. VISCOUS LUBRICANTS WILL ATTRACT DUST AND DIRT THAT WILL SHORTEN THE LIFE OF THE SELF - LUBRICATING BEARINGS. IF YOU FEEL THEY MUST BE L U B R I C A T E D , U S E O N L Y A D R Y , P O W D E R E D

15GRAPHITE TYPE LUBRICANT SPARINGLY.

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Poulan 183368 owner manual Customer Responsibilities, General Recommendations Lubrication Chart, Before Each USE

183368 specifications

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The Poulan 183368 features an automatic oiling system that ensures the chain remains lubricated during cutting. This is crucial for maintaining the life of the chain and bar, reducing wear and tear, and enhancing cutting efficiency. Users will appreciate the convenience of not having to manually oil the chain before each use.

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